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Forest Gate to Strood (Kent) by train

First train

16:14

Last train

17:13

Departure station

Forest Gate

Arrival station

Strood (Kent)

Journey time

From 1h 45m

Distance

23 miles (37 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Thameslink

Taking the train from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent) in 1 hour 45 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent)? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 46 minutes to travel the 23 miles (37 km) from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent) by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 45 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Thameslink for all or at least part of your journey to Strood (Kent).

Book train tickets from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Strood (Kent) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Forest Gate and Strood (Kent) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent) is 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent)?

No, there are no direct train services from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent). Travelling from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent) by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent) leave?

The first train from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent) leaves at 16:14. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent) leave?

The last train from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent) leaves at 17:13. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Forest Gate and Strood (Kent) by train?

Trains travelling from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent) cover a distance of around 23 miles (37 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Forest Gate to Strood (Kent)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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